the story, the exploit grew more glorious.
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With Ezra, Joey, Johnny, and Noah out back, Andy again sang unhindered. The only unpleasant encounter with them was upon leaving.
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As Andy stopped at the yard gate to pick up Aire, in the darkness, Johnny called out, "Die Fettkessel (lard kettle) express is leaving."
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Uproarious laughter followed them out the farm lane.
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"Ich dauere selli Buwe (I feel sorry for those boys)," said Aire.
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"They'll bring Druwwel (trouble) upon themselves." Andy tried to sound wise.
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As they turned onto the road, Andy decided to change the subject. "Sure is a nice evening. Dad says he thinks we're in for a hot summer."
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"Ya, our garden is coming along well. Of course, Mom believes in planting according to the zodiac signs. Does your mother do that?" Aire asked.
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"She plants everything by the moon or signs. I don't pay much attention, though. Dad says he plants in the ground, not in signs." They laughed together at that remark.
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"Mom is real strict about planting potatoes in full moon and cucumbers in the sign of the fish," Aire added.
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"Speaking of fish," Andy put in, "did you read the write-ups about Joey Swartz and his catch?"
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"I did, and even if I hadn't, I sure heard about it after church today," Aire answered.
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"What do you think about it?" Andy asked. "I just hope Joey doesn't let this go to his head. He walked
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